As good or better than Magnepan 3.7i

deep_333

I understand how crossovers work and how you can use them to remove deep bass from the main speakers.

Not possible here with an integrated amp.

@traudio Well, you will give something up if you let go of the magnepans (something your replacement speakers will never do as well).

But, you could have it all if you became a non-purist such as I (armed to the teeth with critical execution tools).

Look for a used prepro known as the Yamaha CX-A5200 (worth its weight in gold) and study how to use it well. It shall bring you salvation.

Godspeed.

2.7’s with an active crossover and a couple of small quick subs like REL will get you all you could ever want and then some

You guys realize that there's not much difference in size between 2.7i and 3.7i, right? Same height but 2.7i is a few inches narrower. If OP's downsizing due to size issues, I doubt 2.7 is the answer. I auditioned the 2.7i at a local dealer extensively before settling on 3.7i. The 3.7i sounds more effortless and deeper (both soundstage depth and bass). Moving to 2.7i will be a downgrade, IMO.

It's been almost a year now and I still haven't decided. I did get a pair of the PS Audio FR5s at a really good price. They are very good, and even though the bass is pretty good, I'm still feeling the need for a bigger speaker that can play louder, and rock n roll better. I have bottomed them out a couple times, can hear the bass driver hitting the excursion limit if I push them too hard

The tonal balance and imaging/Soundstage are impressive.

The next larger FR10 Would be great, but can't afford them, unless the Maggies sell, and there's been no interest in them for some reason.

Still on the hunt 😡